Nutritional supplements
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Probiotics and prebiotics: What you should know
Probiotics are foods or supplements that contain 'good' bacteria that might help treat or prevent illness. Should they be part of your diet?
Vitamin D toxicity: What if you get too much?
Understand the risks of too much vitamin D, including a toxic reaction.
Phantosmia: What causes olfactory hallucinations?
Phantosmia is often due to a head injury or upper respiratory infection.
Calcium supplements: When should they be taken?
Timing matters when taking these supplements. Learn how to take them.
Laryngospasm: What causes it?
Laryngospasm is a brief spasm of the vocal cords, which temporarily interrupts breathing.
Do the benefits of vitamin C include improved mood?
You know vitamin C helps fight the common cold. But did you know that vitamin C might also help improve your mood?
Multivitamins: Do young children need them?
Multivitamins: Are they good insurance for young children?
Flaxseed: Is ground better than whole?
Nutrition experts recommend ground flaxseed over whole flaxseed. Find out why.
Diabetes: How do I help protect my liver?
How to care for your liver if you have diabetes.
Hypertensive crisis: What are the symptoms?
A sudden rise in blood pressure over 180/120 mm Hg is considered a medical emergency, or crisis. It can lead to a stroke. Know the symptoms.
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